“The voice of protest, of warning, of appeal is never more needed than when the clamor of fife and drum, echoed by the press and too often by the pulpit, is bidding all men fall in and keep step and obey in silence the tyrannous word of command. Then, more than ever, it is the duty of the good citizen not to be silent.”
Quote by Charles Eliot Norton
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Letters of Charles Eliot Norton
This book presents a compilation of letters from Charles Eliot Norton, a prominent figure in the literary and intellectual circles of his time. The letters delve into Norton's thoughts on various subjects, including literature, art, and philosophy, offering a glimpse into the mind of a thoughtful and influential figure. more
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Charles Eliot Norton
Charles Eliot Norton was an American author, scholar, and translator, known for his research on British literature and his influence on American literature. Born on November 16, 1827, he passed away on October 21, 1908. more
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